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When there was no Jaguar, no Strat, no White Falcon, there remained the Kay. The ultimate tool of a tormented genius, on the edge of emptiness, the abyss, and hell.

Sum 41 are among the ultimate punk rock icons. Though they retired in triumph a few months ago, their legend keeps growing, and the band remains enshrined in the pantheon of modern rock. Discover this J-50, one of the favorite acoustic guitars of their frontman, Deryck Whibley.

A remarkable pre-war Gibson L1, with an enchanting sound and history… This is the famous “Aunt Mabel,” a 1922 guitar. Discover its story.

Bob Dylan is undoubtedly one of the most iconic figures in American music. A lyricist honored with the Nobel Prize in Literature and a celebrated singer for decades, he stands as a pillar of world music. In this first episode of Legendary Acoustic Guitars, discover one of his own — a Washburn acoustic!

When it comes to music, it’s rare to bring people together with the same enthusiasm and shared admiration as with the Beatles. Over the decades, the English band has become the ultimate reference, capable of innovating and reshaping music itself. In just a few short years, they turned their name into the foundation of a cultural and sonic...

The discovery of this 1974 Gibson Les Paul Standard played by Randy Rhoads is truly an event. It is one of the guitars most frequently used by the musician during the Quiet Riot era, and to this day the only one among the few guitars Randy Rhoads played before his passing. He was a man of few guitars, loyal to a select number of instruments chosen with care.

If there is one venue whose grandeur is worthy of hosting the Yardburst, it is undoubtedly the Red Rocks Amphitheatre. This site, with its breathtaking natural majesty, is famous for its impressive red rock formations and exceptional acoustics.

During his visit to Matt’s Guitar Shop, Bernie Bonvoisin shared his relationship with the electric guitar. While he is best known for his sharp lyrics and songwriting talent, his skills as an instrumentalist are more under the radar.

On Saturday, March 29, 2025, over forty thousand people packed into Paris’s La Défense Arena to cheer on Lenny Kravitz… Gone are the rock history books and black-and-white photos — the Yardburst once again rang out through the amps of a sold-out venue.

If Jeff Beck’s career is as rich as the palette of sounds he mastered, it is essential to go back to his beginnings with the Yardbirds. In early 1966, this British band included two of the greatest guitarists of their generation: Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page.

As the iconic band Sum 41 has just bowed out in their hometown of Toronto, Deryck Whibley has entrusted several guitars from his collection to Matt’s Guitar Shop. These instruments are tangible witnesses to the career of this seminal punk music band and true pieces of history to discover at the Shop!

Matt’s Guitar Shop is proud to announce the arrival of Luke’s famous blonde Fender Esquire, a true centerpiece of his arsenal. A genuine prodigy of the electric guitar, embodying both simplicity and innovation, Steve Lukather is an exceptional musician…

Passing through Chicago, the Matt’s Guitar Shop team visited the hometown of the legendary bluesman Buddy Guy. They had the honor of covering the final concerts of his annual residency at his club, Buddy Guy’s Legends, and of speaking with his children. It was a unique opportunity to discover the guitars of the blues master — and to bring some back…

Last April, we hosted a special exhibition dedicated to one of the most respected guitar heroes in the world: Slash. This exceptional event, organized in collaboration with Ash Hudson — artist, photographer, and Slash’s brother — brought together for the first time artworks taken from the family archives. It was a unique opportunity for music...

The Gibson Les Paul Standards from 1958 to 1960 are as much fantasized about as they are fascinating. Matt’s Guitar Shop is honored to be the custodian of an exceptional 1960 example, nicknamed the “Mize Burst.” In impeccable cosmetic condition and with a mesmerizing top, this stunning Les Paul with two double-white pickups is a guitar that is...